1962 BMW 700 vs. 1976 Humber Sceptre
To start off, 1976 Humber Sceptre is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 BMW 700 would be higher. At 1,725 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Humber Sceptre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Humber Sceptre (82 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1962 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Humber Sceptre should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Humber Sceptre weights approximately 332 kg more than 1962 BMW 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1976 Humber Sceptre (124 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Humber Sceptre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 BMW 700 | 1976 Humber Sceptre | |
| Make | BMW | Humber |
| Model | 700 | Sceptre |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 1725 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 992 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 45 L |
